The History of the Reign of King Henry VIIChiefly remembered for his role in ending the Wars of the Roses, Henry VII remains a rather mysterious figure. This biography—one of the first modern classics of English history—reveals the often surprising man behind the crown. Although written some hundred years after the death of Henry VII, Francis Bacon's analysis of the monarch's life is both penetrating and insightful. Rather than simply cataloging the facts of his reign, Bacon examines Henry VII's motivations to create not only an important historical work, but also a key document in the development of political thought. The result is essential reading for anyone interested in British history, politics, or literature. Statesman, scientist, philosopher, and essayist, Francis Bacon (1561–1626) is one of the leading figures in Elizabethan and Jacobean history. |
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... Henry VII of England , ended the long - running War of the Roses , and founded the Tudor dynasty . So begins Bacon's account of the long reign of Henry VII . Although his military victory was a conclusive one and he went on to marry a ...
... Henry VII of England , ended the long - running War of the Roses , and founded the Tudor dynasty . So begins Bacon's account of the long reign of Henry VII . Although his military victory was a conclusive one and he went on to marry a ...
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... Henry VII , considered to be the first modern classic of English history and , additionally , a genuine work of literature . Such double accolades do not happen by accident : Bacon poured into this book the distillation of a lifetime's ...
... Henry VII , considered to be the first modern classic of English history and , additionally , a genuine work of literature . Such double accolades do not happen by accident : Bacon poured into this book the distillation of a lifetime's ...
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... Henry VII ) at the battle of Bosworth in 1485. His defeat ended the Wars of the Roses . 2. Henry Tudor ( 1457–1509 ) , grandson of Owen Tudor and Catherine of Valois , the widow of Henry V. King of England 1485-1509 . 3. Henry VI ( 1421 ...
... Henry VII ) at the battle of Bosworth in 1485. His defeat ended the Wars of the Roses . 2. Henry Tudor ( 1457–1509 ) , grandson of Owen Tudor and Catherine of Valois , the widow of Henry V. King of England 1485-1509 . 3. Henry VI ( 1421 ...
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